About Calo
Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.
Role Overview
As a Purchasing and Inventory Officer at Calo Qatar, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement processes and ensuring efficient warehouse operations. Your role is key to maintaining the quality, cost-efficiency, and timely availability of products and materials. Additionally, you will assist the operations team in ensuring smooth daily functions across the supply chain and production workflows.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement:
- Source and negotiate with local and international suppliers for materials, packaging, and services.
- Ensure timely procurement of ingredients and inventory in line with production schedules.
- Track and analyze purchasing data, supplier performance, and cost-saving opportunities.
- Maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure reliability and consistency.
- Stay updated on market trends and price fluctuations, especially in the F&B industry.
Warehouse Management:
- Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, stock control, and storage practices.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and minimize stock discrepancies.
- Implement best practices in warehouse layout, space optimization, and safety.
- Ensure compliance with HACCP, health, and food safety standards.
- Monitor expiry dates, batch tracking, and FIFO and FEFO systems.
Operational Support:
- Work closely with kitchen and production teams to forecast inventory needs.
- Support daily production planning and material issuance.
- Assist in preparing operational reports and KPI tracking (e.g., order accuracy, stock turnover).
- Contribute to cross-functional projects such as cost optimization and process automation.
- Participate in internal audits and help implement corrective actions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
- 2–3 years of experience in procurement and warehouse roles, preferably in the food or FMCG sector.
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
- Proficiency with inventory software and ERP systems.
- Familiarity with food safety standards and warehouse compliance.
- Ability to work flexibly in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
- Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus
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